Bearsuit Turtle Makes a Friend A Picture Book

What happens when a turtle in a bear suit meets a turtle who claims to be a bear expert? Pure, delightful chaos—the kind that will have kids (and grown-ups) giggling through every page.

From award-winning author-illustrator Bob Shea comes a picture book that’s as heartwarming as it is hilarious. Bearsuit Turtle is convinced he’s a “for-real” bear, and he’s ready to prove it. Climbing trees? Check. Hibernating? You bet. Riding bikes and smashing pumpkins? Well… those count too, right? When he encounters Bear-Expert Turtle, the stakes get higher and the friendship gets deeper.

This story earned three starred reviews, with Booklist calling it “fresh, expressive, and wildly colorful.” It’s the kind of book that captures the wonderfully weird logic of childhood—where imagination trumps reality, and being yourself (even in a bear suit) is the bravest thing you can do.

Perfect for young readers who:

• Love silly, offbeat characters
• Are navigating new friendships
• Appreciate humor that doesn’t talk down to them
• Want to learn actual bear facts (included at the end!)

Bob Shea—creator of the beloved Dinosaur VS. series and Unicorn Thinks He’s Pretty Great—brings his signature playful energy to this story about acceptance, authenticity, and the joy of finding someone who gets you. Whether your little one is a turtle, a bear, or something wonderfully in-between, this book belongs on their shelf.

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